Queens Carjacker Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison
Kevin Dubuisson received a lengthy sentence for a violent crime spree that left a detective injured by friendly fire.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Criminal Justice
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Queens Supreme Court Justice Toni Cimino sentenced Kevin Dubuisson to 17 years in prison following a 2025 carjacking spree in Whitestone. The defendant pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including first-degree assault and robbery.
Why it matters
The case highlights the dangers posed to both the public and law enforcement during high-stakes vehicle thefts. The sentencing concludes a legal process that followed a violent confrontation involving an injured detective and an elderly bystander.
Dubuisson pleaded guilty to first-degree assault, robbery charges, and menacing after an incident that resulted in an NYPD detective requiring three surgeries. He is now subject to 17 years in prison and 5 years of post-release supervision.
The players
Kevin Dubuisson
He is the defendant who pleaded guilty to a violent series of crimes involving carjacking and assault in Queens.
Toni Cimino
She serves as a Supreme Court Justice in Queens and presided over the sentencing of the defendant.
Corey Fisher
He is an NYPD detective who sustained gunshot wounds to his hand and leg during the apprehension of the defendant.
The details
On August 22, 2025, Dubuisson initiated a series of crimes by stealing a Toyota Highlander and backing it into an 87-year-old woman, causing her to suffer a broken wrist. During the subsequent arrest attempt in Whitestone, an NYPD detective was struck by friendly fire while officers fired at the stolen vehicle.
Timeline
August 22, 2025, at 8:40 a.m.: The criminal incidents began in Whitestone.
July 2026: Dubuisson entered a guilty plea for his charges.
September 18, 2026: Justice Toni Cimino imposed the 17-year prison sentence.
Legal Context
This sentencing follows a pattern of heightened judicial accountability for violent offenders within the broader New York City criminal justice framework. It reflects the intersection of New York State's sentencing mandates for violent felony offenses and local prosecution strategies.
The case highlights the risks posed to residents during violent criminal pursuits in local neighborhoods like Whitestone. Authorities often use such high-profile cases to emphasize the importance of public vigilance and cooperation with NYPD investigations.
The takeaway
Violent vehicle theft incidents carry severe long-term legal consequences for perpetrators under state law. Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity immediately to local authorities to help prevent dangerous confrontations.
Further reading
For more on how the legal system handles felony convictions, visit our Criminal Justice section.
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